CNN.com – ‘West Wing’ actor dies at 58 – Dec 16, 2005:
Damnation. One of the great character actors, emphasis on character. Not just Leo McGarry and Tommy Mullaney, but all the other little roles where he added that particular spark, like in The Rock and Presumed Innocent.
And yes, it’s an hell of a writing challenge/opportunity for The West Wing. But that’s for another day. Today, a toast to a fun actor. Here’s to you, chief.